PlayNTrade is a new store opening this fall in Baxter.

AITKIN - Riverwood Healthcare Center announced it plans to break ground in late August for a 5,600-square-foot hospital addition expanding the radiology imaging center, making room for a fixed station MRI or Magnetic Resonance Imaging machine.

Nortech Systems Inc. reported it has achieved ISO 13485 quality certification for its electronics manufacturing services facilities in Merrifield and Baxter.

PINE RIVER - Elise Hernandez, president and CEO of Ideal System Solutions Inc., with offices in Pine River, was awarded the 2008 Region V Subcontractor of the Year award during National Small Business Week in Washington by the U.S. Small Business Administration.

STAPLES - Dr. Kathryn Riordan joined Lakewood Health System's list of on-staff specialists.